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59, 59-T EZ Glide®
5.2 Track System - Model 59-T Only
The Model 59-T track system enables operators to glide the
chair down stairs instead of lifting and carrying it.
GUIDELINES FOR USING THE TRACK SYSTEM
Using the chair on stairs requires a minimum of two
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trained operators. Ferno recommends using a third
person as a "spotter" (see Gliding the Chair Down
Stairs, page 18).
Verify that the track system is fully opened and locked
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into place before using it.
Never lubricate track belts. Lubricated track belts can
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perform unpredictably, resulting in injury to the patient
and/or operators.
Moisture, water, snow, ice, or debris on or between the
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track and belts can cause irregular track-belt performance
that results in sudden changes in the weight operators
must support. Make sure the track and track belts are
clean and dry before using the chair on stairs.
Water, snow, ice, or debris on the stairs can cause poor
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footing for operators. To avoid possible injury, clear
the stairs or select an alternate route.
OPENING THE TRACK
1.
Grasp the track-release bar located
near the top of the track (Figure
12) and firmly pull it back until the
track locks into the fully extended
position.
2.
Verify that the lock is engaged by
trying to push the track closed. If the
lock is fully engaged the track will
not move.
CLOSING THE TRACK
With your hand, push down on the red
track-closing handle (Figure 13) until the
track closes completely.
© Ferno-Washington, Inc 234-3298-02 May 2009
Open Track
System
Using the chair with the track unlocked can cause
injury. Verify that the track is locked before
transporting the patient.
Close Track
System
Lubricating the track system can result in injury to
patient and/or operators. Never lubricate the track
or belts.
Using the Features
Figure 12 - Opening the Track
Figure 13 - Closing the Track
WARNING
WARNING
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